Where to get stuff in Bklyn, NY

Hey all

I'm trying to pick up parts to start building a fixed gear and was wondering if anyone has any advice about where to go. I'm from Seattle and so far have been lucky having my buddies from there mail / bring me parts. They know more about all this than I and I trust their judgement.

I haven't had much luck finding shops around here that I dig, but also think it's important to have a local shop. What do you all think, how much better is it to buy in person? Or does it not really matter?

Thanks Everyone, those are great suggestions. How many are used parts, or known for deals? I don't have a huge budget and, well, also expect to make a lot of mistakes and would love to keep the prices low until I figure out what the hell I'm doing.

Oh, and to Shishi, I'm living in Bklyn Heights at the moment with some family friends, but hoping to move north, prob Williamsburg.

How many are used parts, or known for deals? I don't have a huge budget

Welcome to NY! In terms of finding your very own LBS, that's such a matter of personality and choice, you probably should visit all of these until you hit it off with one, but since you're looking for parts for your project you might check this out. NYCBikes in Williamsburg is having some kind of warehouse sale this weekend--you can see their deals here:

Thanks Everyone, those are great suggestions. How many are used parts, or known for deals? I don't have a huge budget and, well, also expect to make a lot of mistakes and would love to keep the prices low until I figure out what the hell I'm doing.

Oh, and to Shishi, I'm living in Bklyn Heights at the moment with some family friends, but hoping to move north, prob Williamsburg.

well if you're in brooklyn heights, then definitely check recycle-a-bicycle on washington ave in D.U.M.B.O...its like a 5 minute walk from you

Welcome to NY! In terms of finding your very own LBS, that's such a matter of personality and choice, you probably should visit all of these until you hit it off with one, but since you're looking for parts for your project you might check this out. NYCBikes in Williamsburg is having some kind of warehouse sale this weekend--you can see their deals here:

I've seen these guys hatin' on this shop before. I dunno I've been in there and never had anything but good vibes. I like Richard, he's the Manager or something...ask for him if you go. Welcome to Brooklyn anyway.

Topping off an old post, but I visited B's Bikes for the first time today. The staff was very kind and helpful. They were helping all sorts of local hipsters out with their sunday cruising bikes, filling up people's tires as they came by. A very nice operation...plus they sell used.